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How Does Speech Therapy Work for 2-Year-Olds?

Speech therapy is important for children who aren’t reaching age-appropriate communication milestones. In this article, we discuss typical milestones for 2-year-olds, how to know if your toddler needs help, and what to expect from speech therapy.

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How Much Does Speech Therapy Cost?

Paying for speech therapy can feel stressful. But whether you need speech therapy for a child or an adult, you have options. Here we walk through the pros and cons of private pay versus using insurance, plus free and low-cost options available for young children.

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What Is Aphasia, and How Can Speech Therapy Help?

Aphasia is an impairment of language skills caused by damage to the brain. It may lead to trouble with speaking, understanding language, reading, or writing. Here we explore the causes and types of aphasia, along with how speech therapy can help restore and improve the ability to communicate.

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4 Reasons to Keep Speech Therapy Going in the Summer

Although it may be tempting to take a "mini-vacation" from speech therapy, there are many reasons not to stop speech therapy in the summer. And online therapy sessions make it easy for your child to keep progressing.

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Common Types of Speech Impediments

A speech impediment is a disorder that makes it difficult to speak clearly. It includes problems with speech sounds, stuttering, and voice quality. Both children and adults can have a speech impediment, and speech therapy can help all ages better communicate and connect with others.

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Helping Children Pronounce the /f/ Sound

If your child has a tough time making the /f/ sound, they're in good company. But if this speech error doesn't go away on its own, speech therapy may be needed to correct it. Clear speech is important for several reasons, especially as your child prepares to start school.

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How Childhood Apraxia of Speech Is Diagnosed and Treated

While a diagnosis of childhood apraxia of speech can feel overwhelming, with the right type and frequency of speech therapy, many children learn to speak clearly and confidently.

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What Is Muscle Tension Dysphonia, and How Is It Treated?

Muscle tension dysphonia occurs when a person exerts too much pressure on their voice box, making their voice sound tight or strained. Learn the causes and symptoms of MTD and how speech therapy treats this condition.

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It's Never Too Late for Your Child to Start Speech Therapy

While early intervention is ideal, it's never too late to begin supporting your child’s communication development! Learn the speech and language milestones to look for, how to identify possible problems, and how kids of any age can benefit from speech therapy.

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Speech and Language Milestones for 5-Year-Olds

There are several communication milestones to look for in your kindergartener, from speaking clearly to holding a conversation. Here’s what to expect from your 5-year-old’s speech and language.

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What Is a Speech Therapy Evaluation?

A speech and language evaluation helps determine whether your child would benefit from speech therapy. Find out what happens during an evaluation and how to get one scheduled.

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Transgender Voice Therapy Helps You Find Your Authentic Voice

Gender affirming voice training helps align a person’s voice with their gender identity and expression, unlocking an important aspect of their true self.

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13 Terms Your Speech Therapist Uses and What They Mean

Articulation… cueing… pragmatics. Get the scoop on common speech therapy terms and how they relate to your child’s care with this helpful glossary.

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Helping Children Pronounce the /s/ Sound

Trouble with the /s/ sound, or a lisp, can make your child’s speech sound less mature and more difficult to understand. Here's what you need to know about helping your child with this common speech challenge.

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Is It Asthma, or Could It Be Vocal Cord Dysfunction?

If you have breathing problems but asthma medications don’t help, you may actually have a condition called paradoxical vocal fold dysfunction. The right diagnosis and treatment, which may include voice therapy, will get you on a path to breathing easier.

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The Relationship Between Speech Therapy and Academics

While speech and language play a role in literacy, comprehension, and other skills that contribute to school success, learning the alphabet or how to count isn't typically part of speech therapy. Here's why.

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Does Your Accent Make Communication Difficult? Speech Therapy Can Help

Accents make us who we are. But some people who speak English as a second language, or have a regional accent, may choose to modify how they sound. Speech therapy can help you communicate more clearly and easily with others.

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Understanding the Different Types of Speech Sound Disorders

If your child struggles with certain speech sounds, they may have a speech sound disorder. Learn more about the different types and when to reach out for a speech therapy evaluation.

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How to Fit Speech Practice into Your Daily Routine

We get it–with work, school, and all the other activities of everyday life, it might seem tough to fit in speech practice. Follow these easy tips to integrate speech and language practice into your child’s daily routine.

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What to Do if Your Voice Is Bothering You

Your voice is an essential part of who you are. If it’s bothering you, learning the cause and receiving the right treatment can help you get it back.

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5 Ways to Keep Your Child Motivated with Speech Sound Practice

Avoid frustration and keep your child interested in speech practice with these easy, helpful tips.

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How Speech Therapy Supports Recovery from a Brain Injury

After a brain injury, speech therapy can play a fundamental role in helping a person regain their ability to communicate.

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Could New CDC Developmental Milestones Leave Some Children Behind?

Speech therapists are concerned about the CDC’s new developmental milestones, which could delay screening and treatment for some children who need it.

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What Is Cluttering, and How Is It Different from Stuttering?

Cluttering is a disorder that causes rapid or disorganized speech. It can sometimes coexist with stuttering. Here’s how to tell the difference and how treatment can help.

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How to Advocate for Your Child's Speech Needs

You know your child best and can be a powerful advocate for their success. Here’s how to speak up for your child with special speech needs.

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A collection of 148 posts

How Does Speech Therapy Work for 2-Year-Olds?

How Much Does Speech Therapy Cost?

What Is Aphasia, and How Can Speech Therapy Help?

4 Reasons to Keep Speech Therapy Going in the Summer

Common Types of Speech Impediments

Helping Children Pronounce the /f/ Sound

How Childhood Apraxia of Speech Is Diagnosed and Treated

What Is Muscle Tension Dysphonia, and How Is It Treated?

It's Never Too Late for Your Child to Start Speech Therapy

Speech and Language Milestones for 5-Year-Olds

What Is a Speech Therapy Evaluation?

Transgender Voice Therapy Helps You Find Your Authentic Voice

13 Terms Your Speech Therapist Uses and What They Mean

Helping Children Pronounce the /s/ Sound

Is It Asthma, or Could It Be Vocal Cord Dysfunction?

The Relationship Between Speech Therapy and Academics

Does Your Accent Make Communication Difficult? Speech Therapy Can Help

Understanding the Different Types of Speech Sound Disorders

How to Fit Speech Practice into Your Daily Routine

What to Do if Your Voice Is Bothering You

5 Ways to Keep Your Child Motivated with Speech Sound Practice

How Speech Therapy Supports Recovery from a Brain Injury

Could New CDC Developmental Milestones Leave Some Children Behind?

What Is Cluttering, and How Is It Different from Stuttering?

How to Advocate for Your Child's Speech Needs

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